Blog Entries - 2020

SLSD Health Update
We are working in close partnership with the Hamilton County Health Department and as a school district, we are excited about the progress being made with vaccine distribution. Our number one priority is student and staff safety - each and every day. As a
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HJS Update
We hope that each of our families enjoyed their Christmas and Holiday celebrations. This year was certainly different for many of us. The Holidays are about family, and this year it was no different… it just may have been smaller
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Updated Bus Routes for Second Semester
Paper copies of transportation information were sent home the week of December 14 with all elementary students who will be receiving transportation services for the 2nd semester. For Junior School students, we did not have that opportunity as students
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SLSD Health Update
How we conduct the first week of 2nd semester (January 4-8, 2021) will depend on the case count in our schools and community. We aim to give our families as much notice as possible, but with the fluidity of the situation, this decision can be tricky.
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Full Day Kindergarten Survey
Southwest Local Schools will continue to offer the state minimum required 1/2 day Kindergarten programs at each elementary school as we always have. However, with the increased classroom space at the 3 new elementary schools, we are excited to offer a full
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WHHHS Virtual Art Show
The Harrison High School Art Department presents a virtual art show, highlighting selected works from first semester art students. All artwork represented includes selected pieces from courses taught by Ms. Keller, Mrs. Kravetz, and Mrs. Cummings. Click
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Dec. 16: TWO-HOUR DELAY
Wednesday, December 16: Southwest Local Schools are on a TWO-HOUR DELAY, with no morning kindergarten, pre-school, or head start.
Junior School and High School students who are already remote this week, your day will begin at 9:50 AM in your 3rd Period TEAMS page.
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SLSD Health Update
As was previously communicated, Harrison High School and Harrison Junior School have moved to Remote Learning this week, due to a spike in positive COVID-19 cases and close contact quarantines amongst both staff and students. This applies to Harrison
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SLSD Service Project Benefits Those in Need This Holiday Season
Again this year, the Southwest Local School District is proud to partner with the Harrison Mayor’s Fund, This City His City, Christ’s Loving Hands, and JTM Food Group to provide for those in need in our community this holiday season. Collection
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HJS Remote 2.0 Details
Good Morning, With today’s announcement that we will be going Remote for the upcoming week, we want to share with our students and staff specific expectations that we will have in place to ensure that all of us (students, teachers, parents, etc..) are
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Harrison Junior School Moves to Remote Learning, Dec. 15-18
As we have mentioned from the start of this school year, our goal is to educate students face to face (F2F), and with the remote option for those that choose that route, for as long as possible. We have also spoken to the criteria that would put a
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SLSD Health Update
As was previously communicated, Harrison High School will be moving to Remote Learning this coming week, December 14-18, due to a spike in positive COVID-19 cases and close contact quarantines amongst both staff and students. This applies to Harrison
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SLSD Health Update
We are seeing a significant spike in COVID+ cases this week at Harrison High School and Harrison Junior School. At the high school alone, cases have more than tripled in recent days. Positive cases, as well as the numbers of both students and
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Food & Clothing Drive Now Underway!
Again this year, the Southwest Local School District is proud to partner with the Harrison Mayor’s Fund, This City His City, Christ’s Loving Hands, and JTM Food Group to provide for those in need in our community this holiday season. The annual
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SLSD Health Update
On Friday, December 4, the Ohio Department of Health adopted the updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control regarding the length of quarantines. The updated information can be found HERE. For some students currently out on quarantine,
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SLSD Health Update
Spikes in both cases and hospitalizations are occurring throughout the State of Ohio and Hamilton County. Small group gatherings, as well as community events, are major spreader events in our area. When holiday spikes occur in the community,
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Hamstra, Meibers Recognized by Harrison Chamber
Southwest Local Schools' Superintendent John Hamstra and Harrison High School Athletic Director / Assistant Principal Mark Meibers have been recognized by the Greater Harrison Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Hamstra has been awarded the Mary Lou Smith
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SLSD Health Update
Our school community appreciates everyone’s efforts to keep each other safe. Let’s continue this commitment to healthy practices as we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday and weekend. It’s up to all of us to slow the spread of COVID-19.
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SLSD Health Update
As we approach the holiday season, vigilance becomes paramount. It will take everyone doing their part over the holidays by avoiding gatherings outside of immediate family – as challenging as that will be. A spike in cases could force
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SLSD Health Update
As we approach the holiday season, vigilance becomes paramount. It will take everyone doing their part over the holidays by avoiding gatherings outside of immediate family – as challenging as that will be. A spike in cases could force
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SLSD Health Update
COVID-19 is spreading at an alarming rate in Western Hamilton County. We are dangerously close to having to close several of our school buildings and shift to remote learning due to community spread and the inability to safely staff our schools.
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SLSD Health Update
COVID-19 is spreading at an alarming rate in Western Hamilton County. We are dangerously close to having to close several of our school buildings and shift to remote learning due to community spread and the inability to safely staff our schools.
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SLSD Health Update
COVID-19 is spreading at an alarming rate in Western Hamilton County. It is vitally important to limit group gatherings both large and small, and to wear masks and practice social distancing. Keep the same COVID prevention protocols in place
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Second Semester Placement Selection
Hello, SLSD Families! Below you will find the link to go into Final Forms and enter your preference for your child's or children's Second Semester placement (January 4 - May 28, 2021), either attending school in-person, face-to-face, or participating in the
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Emergency Notification System Test
Wednesday, November 4, 2020 Good Afternoon, SLSD Parents and Guardians, This afternoon (Wed. Nov. 4) between 4:00-5:00 PM, there will be a test of the School Messenger mass notification system. School Messenger is used to communicate weather-related
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SLSD Health Update
Please click HERE for the bi-weekly health update from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School
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USDA Extends Meal Waiver Program
The USDA recently received approval from Congress to extend the meal waiver program through the end of this school year. Originally slated to end on December 31 (or when the money was completely spent), our waiver will now expire in June when our school
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SLSD Health Update
Please click HERE for the bi-weekly health update from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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Southwest Update
SLSD Families: It’s hard to believe that we finished the first quarter of our school year on Thursday, October 29! Time flies when you are having fun! It has been incredible witnessing the resilience of our in-person and at home learners, as well as
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SLSD News Alert
Southwest Local School District families, This afternoon, Officer Willig, our School Resource Officer on the secondary campus, was struck by a hit-and-run driver during junior school dismissal. The driver ignored his command to stop, attempted to pull
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SLSD News Update
By now you have likely seen on the news that Hamilton County is approaching the Alert Level 4 (Purple) designation in the Ohio Public Health Advisory System, indicating severe exposure and spread of COVID-19 in the County. Please know that as a school
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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HJS Update
It is hard to believe that we are closing out the 1st quarter of the school year over the next two weeks. Many thought we would not make it! I want to thank our cleaning staff, students, parents, teachers, support staff, etc… for all their
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Hoxworth Blood Drive Coming Up Oct. 29
The Harrison High School senior class is once again teaming up with Hoxworth Blood Center to sponsor two blood drives at the Activity Center this school year. The first will take place on Thursday, October 29 from 7:45 AM - 1:30 PM. The drive is
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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SLSD/HJS Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health, the Southwest Local School District, and Harrison Junior School.
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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Student Fees Now Due
Student fees for 2020-2021 have been assigned for all grades. The fee for elementary students is $50. The fees for grades 6-12 depend on the courses the student is taking. You may view your assigned fees at payforit.net, accessible through the
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HJS Update
Dear HJS Families, Entering week 6 of the school year, I continue to be amazed and proud of the work our students, staff and families are putting forth to make this school year successful. Seeing teachers try new things, students as engaged as ever,
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8th Grade Washington, D.C. Trip Info
Harrison Junior School 8th grade families, The 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. has been moved to March 17-20, 2021. If an 8th grader is not already signed up for the trip, but is interested in attending, they may still do so. Please email Mr.
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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HJS Update
We are already 1/8th of the way done with the school year. It is hard to believe as we move forward the school year that we continue to work together. I thank each of you for helping us with our clearing stations and drop offs each morning, the
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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Bus Drivers Needed
The Southwest Local School District has multiple openings for full-time school bus drivers. Drivers work a "split shift" of 6 hours per day on days where school is in session for students, plus they receive paid holidays and benefits. A CDL with
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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HJS Update
This past week, our school celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week since we were unable to do so during May. I want to take a moment to thank our teachers as they work each day to help grow your child academically and socially. It goes beyond just
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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Parent Portal and ProgressBook Parent Access
We have posted the codes that parents, and students need for our Parent Portal and ProgressBook Parent Access to the “Student and Parent Access Codes” form in FinalForms. You may access these codes by signing into your FinalForms
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HJS Update
As the weather turns to Fall and the weeks progress, it has been incredibly fun to get to know your students and families. We have been asked by people how we feel about the start of school… and we are thrilled. One of the best parts of the
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SLSD Health Alert
Please click HERE for an important Health Alert from Hamilton County Public Health and the Southwest Local School District.
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Virtual Learning Platform Orientation
Virtual students and parents, please click HERE for a webinar orientation, led by Southwest Local School District Assistant Superintendent Corinne Hayes, explaining how students can log in and navigate the virtual learning platform. Mrs. Hayes also
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Free Meals for All SLSD Students
The USDA and the state of Ohio have determined that all students, regardless of your financial situation, may participate in school breakfast and lunch programs for free through December 31, 2020. Beginning on Tuesday September 8th, 2020 no child will
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Transportation Update
SLSD pushed out the final transportation update prior to the start of the school year Friday afternoon. Families can again log into their students’ Final Forms accounts via the Abre Student/Parent portal, and click on Forms to view the
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Important Information for Virtual Students
We are so excited to start our virtual students this school year. Our staff has been working and training on the new program to best serve our students. We are eager to get started, and we know that our families are eager to begin this new
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State of the Schools
The Southwest Local School District administrative team provides the yearly "State of the Schools" presentation, a yearly update to stakeholders covering all facets of district operations. Our design and construction team, SHP and Skanska-Megen, provide a
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Arrival / Dismissal Procedures and Traffic Flow
We are excited about the start of school on Tuesday, September 8, and we cannot wait to see our students! As you know, the school environment will look a little different this year, but with the help and support of our parents, students and staff, we
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Meet Your Teachers!
Harrison Junior School students, your teachers cannot wait to meet you and kick off the 2020-2021 school year! Please click on the teacher's name below to view a brief welcome video. Miss Anna Adams (Chorus) - No video provided Mrs.
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Transportation Update
On August 28, our district pushed out preliminary bus routes, times, and pick-up locations to our families via Final Forms. Please log into your Final Forms account via the Online Forms portion of the Abre Parent/Student Portal. You will click on
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Cafeteria Account & Free/Reduced Information
Southwest Local Schools has switched programs for our lunchtime software this coming school year as a part of the upgrades to our existing buildings and in preparation for a move to new buildings next summer. As a result of this move, the district will
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HJS Safety Protocol Information
Dear Harrison Junior School Families, We are so excited to have all of our students back with us on September 8th. Below is a video that will help to explain our daily procedures, from temperature stations in the morning to afternoon dismissal. Students and
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SLSD Parent Update
Southwest Local School District Superintendent John Hamstra and Assistant Superintendent Corinne Hayes provide updates to stakeholders as students prepare to return for the 2020-2021 school year. Mr. Hamstra speaks to the safety and protocols in place, and
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Virtual Learning Model FAQs
For students and families who have selected the Virtual Learning Model for the first semester of the 2020-2021 school year, we have compiled the following list of FAQs based on parent feedback. Please click HERE for the list.
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Cooks Needed!
If you are looking for a part-time job that aligns with your SLSD child's school calendar, we have an opportunity for you! SLSD Food Service is looking for part time cooks to assist with serving lunch in our kitchens. Shifts are generally about 3
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Harrison Junior School Back-to-School Information
Welcome to the most unique school year any of us have ever seen! Our staff is beyond excited to welcome your children back on September 8th. Regardless of whether your family chose to go online or face to face, we believe that we have the opportunity to
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SLSD Re-Opening Plan for Fall 2020
UPDATE: August 6, 2020 SLSD Parents and Guardians, Thank you for your patience and support as we continue to refine our “Back to School 2020” plan to reflect the latest guidance we continue to receive from the State of Ohio and Hamilton
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SLSD Forced to Begin Year with State Minimum Transportation
August 3, 2020 Dear Southwest Local School District parents / guardians; At our July 30th Board of Education meeting, we had a deep discussion and ultimately a unanimous vote to reduce our transportation services to Ohio’s state minimums. After
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"Highlighter" Returns on Aug. 7!
Please see the following from our friends at Church on Fire! Highlighter is coming! "What's Highlighter", you ask?Highlighter is a back-to-school event, hosted at Church on Fire for students that have a need for school supplies. It's on Friday,
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Substitute Teachers Needed!
The Southwest Local School District is hiring an internal substitute teacher for each of their school buildings (Crosby Elem., Miamitown Elem., Harrison Elem., Whitewater Valley Elem., Harrison Junior School and Harrison High School). Substitute teachers
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Bus and Van Drivers Needed!
The Southwest Local School District has multiple openings for full-time school bus drivers. Drivers work a "split shift" of 6 hours per day on days where school is in session for students, plus they receive paid holidays and benefits. A CDL with
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HJS Summer Update #3
Many moving pieces remain as we continue working to open up the school building for the 2020-2021 school year. We want to share some updates that are important for our students and our families. Our buildings remain open to assist and help any of
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Start of School Year Delayed
Thank you, parents and guardians, for the phone calls and emails giving input on the 2020-2021 re-opening plan. In response to several concerns regarding the masking requirements in the heat, our administrative team has made the decision to delay
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Hoxworth Blood Drive Taking Place July 24
Hoxworth Blood Center has an urgent need for donors. To help facilitate this, the Southwest Local School District has partnered with Hoxworth to hold a Summer Blood Drive. The drive will take place in the air-conditioned Harrison Junior School
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HJS Summer Update #2
Good Morning, We hope that everyone is continuing to have a wonderful summer. Things remain busy on campus as the new Junior School continues to fly up. I had the opportunity to tour the building site of the new Junior School and Miami Whitewater
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HJS Virtual Awards Assembly
One of our favorite yearly traditions at Harrison Junior School is the end-of-the-year Awards Assembly. This gives us the opportunity to reward the students who have excelled in the classroom and gave maximum effort throughout the year. Obviously
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HJS Summer Update #1
It is a Big Week for the Summer as we close out 2020 and begin the process of getting ready to OPEN for 2020-2021. There is a lot that we want to update you on, so please take a moment to read this email. We have included our incoming 6th Grade
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Indoor Walking Track Now Re-Open
The indoor walking track at the Activity Center has been re-opened to the public as of Monday, June 8. The track is open during the normal summer hours of 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday-Friday. While enhanced cleaning/sanitizing procedures
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2020-2021 New Student Registration
Due to the circumstances surrounding COVID-19 we are not scheduling in-person appointments at this time. However, once you have completed your online registration through Final Forms, you may scan the required documents as PDFs, and we will accept them via
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Summer School Information
Registration for Summer School is now open. This year, summer school will be conducted through a remote learning model. Opportunities are available for both high school and junior school students. Click HERE for the booklet
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2020-2021 Schedule Changes
Our current 6th and 7th Grade students have received their schedules in the mail for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year. Any student requesting a change for the upcoming school year will need to complete the form available HERE. This form must be
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Junior School Student Check-Out Procedures
Parents and Guardians of Harrison Junior School Students, As the 2019-2020 school year winds down, we wish to thank our students and parents for continuing to work hard throughout the remote learning process. This is not the way that any of us wanted
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Junior School Orientation for Incoming 6th Graders
Welcome to our Incoming 6th Grade Parents & Families, We are so excited to welcome you to Harrison Junior School. Even with COVID-19, we still want to find ways to connect with our families and students! Over the coming weeks, we will be sending
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Vaccines Required for Incoming 7th Graders
All students entering grades 7 and 12 are required to be vaccinated against the meningococcal disease. One dose of meningococcal vaccine is required prior to entry into the 7th grade. A second dose of meningococcal vaccine is required prior to entry into the
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2020-2021 Bus Transportation Information
Around April of each year, the transportation department begins to work on the bus routes for the following year. While it isn't as feasible to send out a personalized form for each students as we have in year's past, we would like to know who is
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SLSD Core Values Challenge
We hope that you are continuing to live out our four core values, despite our distance! During the upcoming week, take pictures highlighting students performing acts of TRUST, RESPECT, OWNERSHIP, AND LEADERSHIP. Post them on Twitter, Instagram
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HJS Update
With Governor DeWine’s announcement that school buildings will be closed the remainder of the year, we wanted to share some very important information with our families. First and foremost, just because the building is closed, it does not mean that
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Remote Learning to Continue for Remainder of Academic Year
On April 20, 2020, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced that remote learning would continue for the remainder of the academic year. Please click HERE for details on how it will impact the 4th quarter, and the traditional end-of-year activities.
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Youth Track & Field Cancelled
With the closure of Ohio schools now stretching until May 1, we will be canceling the Harrison Youth Track program (Grades K-6) for 2020. If you have already registered, you will be receiving a check from the Athletic Boosters to refund your money. We look forward to seeing you in 2021.
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School Closure Extended
Governor DeWine extended the closure of all Ohio schools through at least Friday, May 1. Click HERE for the latest updates from Superintendent John Hamstra. Thanks to our staff, students and parents for a great start to Remote Learning. If
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Food Distribution Schedule
Food Distribution began on March 30, 2020. All elementary schools as well as the junior school have meal bags and power packs on hand to distribute to ANY STUDENT in SLSD with a food need - not just for those on Free and Reduced. Distribution
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Food Location Update
Please note the following information from Lisa Daniel at Church on FireMarch 24, 2020 IMPORTANT COMMUNITY FOOD UPDATES: We have some important food updates we want to make you aware of: FOOD TRUCK FEEDINGS: In an effort to keep our community as
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Report Card Information
Third Quarter report cards were due to be distributed on March 20, 2020. Due to the school closure, we are making the report card available via your ProgressBook ParentAccess account. You may login to your ProgressBook Parent Access account and
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SLSD Update 03-20-20
Greetings, SLSD Parents and Guardians, We are now one week into our unexpected school closure due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. I’ve been impressed at the resilience of our staff, students, and parents. From day one, teachers have
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Schools, Churches Team Up to Provide Food During Closure
Local churches and food pantries have partnered with the Southwest Local School District to ensure that no child goes hungry during the extended school closure due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak. Power Packs will be available for pickup beginning
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Southwest Local Schools Closed at Governor's Direction
Governor DeWine and the Department of Health closed K – 12 schools in Ohio this afternoon, March 12, for three weeks. Obviously, the decision to close schools, and cancel athletics and other performance events, was not made lightly. The primary
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Information
Stay current on the latest news and guidance regarding the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and its effect on the Southwest Local School District by visiting southwestschools.org/wellness.
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Chorus Concert Postponed
Based on this afternoon’s recommendations by leading health professionals, and the recommendation of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine regarding large gatherings, in order to minimize risk, the Junior School and High School Chorus Concert scheduled for tonight has been postponed. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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"Empty Bowls" Dinner Returns Mar. 18
The "Empty Bowls" dinner makes its return to Harrison on Wednesday, March 18 in the Activity Center Bistro. The first seating will be from 5:00-6:00 PM, and the second seating from 6:30-7:30 PM. Empty Bowls is a grassroots movement by artists and
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Building Healthy Families Offers Free Program
The Harrison Wellness Coalition is pleased to partner with several local organizations to offer Building Healthy Families, a free workshop on Saturday, Feb. 22. The purpose of this workshop is to help local families overcome barriers and learn skills to
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Construction of New Schools Continues On Time and On Budget
Construction of our new school buildings is in full swing, with the project remaining on time and on budget. The endeavor consists of three new elementary schools, one new middle school, and extensive renovations to the current high
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Feb. 7 - CLOSED
UPDATE: Friday, February 7, 2020: Southwest Local Schools are now CLOSED.
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2020-2021 New Student Registration for Grades 6-12 Now Open
Registration is now open for the 2020-2021 school year for grades 6-12. If you would like to transfer to Harrison High School or Harrison Junior School for 2020-2021, follow this link for more information, including required documents, as well as
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Parent Meeting for Incoming Freshmen
Attention 8th grade parents: This is just a reminder that there will be a Parent/Student Meeting for high school registration on Wednesday, January 29, for all current 8th grade students entering 9th grade next year. Due to athletic events at
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Bengals, NFL Award Grant to Harrison for Stadium Project
The Bengals and the National Football League Foundation Grassroots Program teamed up to contribute $250,000 to Harrison High School to install a new synthetic turf field. The new game field, along with a practice field that is also being built, will allow for
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Now Hiring Bus & Van Drivers
The Southwest Local School District is looking to fill multiple transportation positions. Hours are typically 6-9 AM and 1:30-4:30 PM. Positions can be for 3-6 hours per day, or as a "sub" on an as-needed basis. Job descriptions for
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